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as allison burns reports from washington, d.c., the budget battles in congress mean the demand for food assistance could go up dramatically. >> reporter: bonito that is up for her church's thanksgiving dinner, expecting a larger than usual crowd. >> what we've been seeing here recently is that the need has just gotten so much greater. >> reporter: but she is noticing fewer choices at the food bank this year, contributions from the federal government and donations are down. >> the majority of this food goes to children and it goes to seniors, which is extremely important. >> reporter: the federal government has cut its contribution to food banks like this that serve hundreds of charities by more than a third. that means more empty shelves, and more hungry people. and as congress considers dramatic cuts to the food stamp program, demand is expected to increase at local food pantries. a package of legislation known as the farm bill would force half a million people to lose about $90 in food stamps a month, and make thousands of others ineligible. the program has just become too big. >> but
as allison burns reports from washington, d.c., the budget battles in congress mean the demand for food assistance could go up dramatically. >> reporter: bonito that is up for her church's thanksgiving dinner, expecting a larger than usual crowd. >> what we've been seeing here recently is that the need has just gotten so much greater. >> reporter: but she is noticing fewer choices at the food bank this year, contributions from the federal government and donations are down....
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reporting live from washington dc. >> all right. there are new report that as many as half of all california voters will vote by mail. requests for mail in ballots this year, top those in 2008. that's when 40% of voters voted by mail. that means some of the closest races may not be decided until days after the election. mail in ballots take longer to count because the signature on the envelope has to be compared the one on the voter card. >> the sister company of the pharmacy linked to a deadly meningitis outbreak has announce a voluntary recall of all it's producks. they say no problems have been reported but it's complying a fda request to improve its testing process. officials warn the recall could lead to a shortage of medication. they have the same owners as the center that sent out sterioded linked to meningitis. >>> google is one of three large united states companies that the british government wants to hear from. they want to know about the tax practices of google, starbucks and amazon. they say all three have significant s
reporting live from washington dc. >> all right. there are new report that as many as half of all california voters will vote by mail. requests for mail in ballots this year, top those in 2008. that's when 40% of voters voted by mail. that means some of the closest races may not be decided until days after the election. mail in ballots take longer to count because the signature on the envelope has to be compared the one on the voter card. >> the sister company of the pharmacy linked...
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darnell washington was extradited from washington and epand his wife were arrested and they are accused of killing susie coe in her home. darnell washington is scheduled to enter a plea next month. tanya washington is still awaiting extradition. we're also finding out according to police that washingtons the -- that the washingtons robbed a k-mart store. the complaint shows that they drove a stolen truck from from montto pinole and then stole a hacksaw from the kmart store. authorities say that was part of the crime spree. he then allegedly shot and wounded and -- he then shot and wounded a deputy to avoid being captured. >> happening now, students are showing their giants' pride at school as world series celebrations continue this morning. tara moriarty is live in san francisco with part of their story. >> reporter: good morning, so often we're out at the bars. and cheering as the giants win but we wanted to take it down to the neighborhoods and into the schools and we're here -- we're here where all of the kids are going to get excised for the big parade. tomorrow is halloween as well
darnell washington was extradited from washington and epand his wife were arrested and they are accused of killing susie coe in her home. darnell washington is scheduled to enter a plea next month. tanya washington is still awaiting extradition. we're also finding out according to police that washingtons the -- that the washingtons robbed a k-mart store. the complaint shows that they drove a stolen truck from from montto pinole and then stole a hacksaw from the kmart store. authorities say that...
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keith washington and tanya washington were arrested last week as suspects. they were found say was taken f home at the time of the murder. tonight's viewing is being held at saint patrick's beginning at 6:00 p.m. >> our time, 8:02, something fell out of the skies t was a meteor. you may have seen it or felt it. ann is live now with more information about it and how it caught a lot of people by surprise. good morning ann. >> reporter: hundreds of people saw that meteor act 7:45 last night. experts were up late analyzing it and people are up early out hunting for remnants. we have video of the fire ball as it streaked across the bay area last night. the whole thing lasted about five seconds. some say it looked brighter than the moon with a long tail and it was probably about the size of a car when it broke apart and fell to earth somewhere over the martinez hills area. they say the sound people reported hearing was a sonic boom as it traveled faster than the speed of sound. one man wasn't sure what the noise was. >> about 7:45, i was watching tv and it sound l
keith washington and tanya washington were arrested last week as suspects. they were found say was taken f home at the time of the murder. tonight's viewing is being held at saint patrick's beginning at 6:00 p.m. >> our time, 8:02, something fell out of the skies t was a meteor. you may have seen it or felt it. ann is live now with more information about it and how it caught a lot of people by surprise. good morning ann. >> reporter: hundreds of people saw that meteor act 7:45 last...
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austin tice has reported for the washington post. the 31-year-old has not contacted his editors or family in more than a week. he spent time with rebel fighters after entering syria in may. the state department is looking into the case. >>> this morning the fbi is investigating threats made against a missouri senate candidate who made national headlines with his comments about rape. todd akin said women who are victims of leg mate rape may not be pregnant because their bodies may shut down. the fbi is investigating threats against akin, his wife and staff concerning rape and other violent acts. he has apologized and some conservatives have rallied around him. >>> a missing missouri teen is now safe after escaping from a house in southwest illinois where she says she was held captive as a sex slave. authorities raided the house yesterday. the now 17-year-old was reported missing two years ago. now she escaped from the house this week. she reported she was raped and got pregnant by her captor. police believe that the man's mother helpe
austin tice has reported for the washington post. the 31-year-old has not contacted his editors or family in more than a week. he spent time with rebel fighters after entering syria in may. the state department is looking into the case. >>> this morning the fbi is investigating threats made against a missouri senate candidate who made national headlines with his comments about rape. todd akin said women who are victims of leg mate rape may not be pregnant because their bodies may shut...
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president obama cut short his vacation to return to washington. coming up at 8:15, the odds that they'll be able to come up with a deal before january 1st. >> people in the midwest and northeast are still dealing with the aftermath of a huge winter storm there. snowplows as you can see there snow fell for over 16 hours. >> in arkansas more than 200,000 people still without power because of the storm and it could be that way for the next few days. the death of a dozen people are now being blamed on that storm. >> time now 18:04. not much traffic in the roadways but there are mass transit delays. >> that's right. bart is experiencing 15 to 20 minute delays between the stations. this is due to a disabled train. it's effecting service and as well as downtown san francisco and the east bay so give yourself extra time if you need to use it todayful right now this is a live look at the golden gate bridge. trafficking moving on in and into the opposite direction toward san francisco. this say look at the east shore freeway. traffic on the left hand side o
president obama cut short his vacation to return to washington. coming up at 8:15, the odds that they'll be able to come up with a deal before january 1st. >> people in the midwest and northeast are still dealing with the aftermath of a huge winter storm there. snowplows as you can see there snow fell for over 16 hours. >> in arkansas more than 200,000 people still without power because of the storm and it could be that way for the next few days. the death of a dozen people are now...
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troops had died reporting in washington -- died. reporting in washington, back to you. >> 8:15. well, family members and friends of a south bay marin killed in afghanistan gathered last night to bring him home for the last time. the body of captain matthew manoukian arrived at sfo last night. police, patriot guard riders, family members and several comrades escorted the body of the 29-year-old soldier to the funeral home in los altos. before the arrival, they all gathered to remember him with a lot of love and pride. >> he really lock -- he really liked the rockies. he made it a point to understand the culture. he read books like crazy. he could tell you about the law. >> he was on his fourth tour of duty. he was due to come home in december. his funeral will be held saturday morning. >>> ecuador has granted asylum to julie walk assad. it was done because it's believed that he will be persecuted if not. britain will not grant him out of the country. britain wants him to be taken to sweden about sexual assault allegations. he's also in trouble with the u.s. for publishing diploma
troops had died reporting in washington -- died. reporting in washington, back to you. >> 8:15. well, family members and friends of a south bay marin killed in afghanistan gathered last night to bring him home for the last time. the body of captain matthew manoukian arrived at sfo last night. police, patriot guard riders, family members and several comrades escorted the body of the 29-year-old soldier to the funeral home in los altos. before the arrival, they all gathered to remember him...
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it left dull list, washington, d.c. about 45 minutes ago and -- dullus washington, d.c. about 45 minutes ago the "enterprise" was a prototype of the shuttles. it never went into space itself. they used it for testing. the "enterprise" will to a flyover several new york landmarks before it lands at j.f.k. airport this morning. it will eventually go on display on board the "uss intrepid" in manhattan. >>> el with, secretary of state -- well, secretary of state, hillary clinton says she once dreamed of being an australian. as she introduced richard bran son she said he may be able to make her dream come true. >> i love the fact that she's a strong proponent for business as unusual. i'm excited he's here because many, many, many years ago i wanted to be an astronaut and i think he may be my laughs chance to live out that particular dream. [ laughter ] >> how about that, tori? >> yeah. >> now, the secretary has said she wrote to nasa as a teenager, said she wanted to be an astronaut. but back then, there were no women going into place. virgin group owner, richard bran son, is
it left dull list, washington, d.c. about 45 minutes ago and -- dullus washington, d.c. about 45 minutes ago the "enterprise" was a prototype of the shuttles. it never went into space itself. they used it for testing. the "enterprise" will to a flyover several new york landmarks before it lands at j.f.k. airport this morning. it will eventually go on display on board the "uss intrepid" in manhattan. >>> el with, secretary of state -- well, secretary of...
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debris has already washed up in washington state and in oregon. scientists say even more debris could end up here in california, alaska and hawaii. thousands of volunteers are expected to take part in the coast sal cleanup day on saturday. >>> well, the city of san francisco reportedly wants the state to investigate alleged radioactive contamination on treasure island. now, this follows complaints that the u.s. navy contractors may have mishandled contaminated material. later on today, the board of supervisors may take up the issue. the navy is getting ready to transfer the former treasure island naval station over to the city of san francisco for a new housing development at a cost of $105 million. but everything depends on whether deadlines are met, including cleaning up hazardous waste. >>> 7:07. in overnight news, the california highway patrol is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that shut down eastbound 580 in east oakland. witnesses reported seeing the motorcycle and rider in the left lane of 580 near the 98th avenue onramp. they say th
debris has already washed up in washington state and in oregon. scientists say even more debris could end up here in california, alaska and hawaii. thousands of volunteers are expected to take part in the coast sal cleanup day on saturday. >>> well, the city of san francisco reportedly wants the state to investigate alleged radioactive contamination on treasure island. now, this follows complaints that the u.s. navy contractors may have mishandled contaminated material. later on today,...
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alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom with the latest poll numbers that show alison after months of campaigning, millions of dollars spent, are we still at a tie? >> the let's take a look here at the latest polls that show the popular vote is still up for grabs. a rasmussen poll this morning out shows mitt romney up by 1. a cell phone poll shows a tie, pew has obama up by 1. nbc, may up by 1. here's the rally in central florida and he also heads to virginia, ohio and new hampshire, calling on his supporters to get to the polls. >> we thank you. we ask you to stay at it all the way, all the way to victory on tuesday night. >> reporter: president obama makes one last argument to voters today in wisconsin and ohio and ends his day in i. >> you on the one hand, you can -- iowa. >> on the one hand, you can return to the policies or you can join me on building a future that will build a strong middle-class future. >> reporter: mitt romney will have kid rock as his rally tonight and president obama will have j-z at his
alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom with the latest poll numbers that show alison after months of campaigning, millions of dollars spent, are we still at a tie? >> the let's take a look here at the latest polls that show the popular vote is still up for grabs. a rasmussen poll this morning out shows mitt romney up by 1. a cell phone poll shows a tie, pew has obama up by 1. nbc, may up by 1. here's the rally in central florida and he also heads to virginia, ohio and new...
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ktvu alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom to explain if this mornings jobs report could impact the elections and the last few days of campaigning. alison. >> reporter: tori, the unemployment situation has not changed dramatically. so neither presidential candidate gets much new to talk about on the campaign today. let's take a look at the numbers. the labor department reports the economy added 171,000 jobs last month even though the government is continuing to shed jobs. the unemployment ticks up to 7.9% as more try to enter the work force. both candidates are putting their spin on the last jobs report. mitt romney campaign just sent us this statement that says the jobs report is a sad remind tear the economy is at a virtual standstill. democrats are touting the stronger than expected houring neurals -- hiring numbers we'll hear from president obama in the next few minutes during his first campaign stop of the day in ohio. romney campaigns next hour in wisconsin and heads to ohio as well. reporting live from washingt
ktvu alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom to explain if this mornings jobs report could impact the elections and the last few days of campaigning. alison. >> reporter: tori, the unemployment situation has not changed dramatically. so neither presidential candidate gets much new to talk about on the campaign today. let's take a look at the numbers. the labor department reports the economy added 171,000 jobs last month even though the government is continuing to shed jobs. the...
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right now the president is on air force one going back to washington. he shook hands before leaving his vacation in hawaii. he has important talks scheduled to avert the fiscal cliff. >>> as we showed you, the senate is back in session. they are hoping to strike a deal and avoid the fiscal cliff. we are in washington where some republicans are pessimistic an agreement can be reached. >> reporter: the senate majority leader is on the floor right now. we will take a live look at the capitol. he is trying to get republican support for the latest democratic plan. they got back to work about 15 minutes ago and are considering the president's offer to raise taxes on households making $400,000 or more a year. even if it passes the senate he is concerned about the house where he will need about 30 republicans to cross party lines. the house speaker said he is not making members of the house come back from their break without a 48 hour notice on a vote. in the last -- >> american people i don't think understand the house is operating without the house of house.
right now the president is on air force one going back to washington. he shook hands before leaving his vacation in hawaii. he has important talks scheduled to avert the fiscal cliff. >>> as we showed you, the senate is back in session. they are hoping to strike a deal and avoid the fiscal cliff. we are in washington where some republicans are pessimistic an agreement can be reached. >> reporter: the senate majority leader is on the floor right now. we will take a live look at...
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it happened at the intersection of east washington and e death street. the 15-year-old victim has been in the crosswalk police say and the driver that hit him did not brake in time. the teen was taken to the hospital with serious injuries but is in stable condition. they suspect the driver was drunk. they did sobriety tests and the driver was ultimately arrested on suspicion of dui. the new dui law we mentioned earlier it was passed in 2010 but goes into effect today. drivers with three or more convictions will have your driver's license suspended for ten years. or you can have it cut in half if you install a breathing unit in your car. >>> all night and into this morning highway patrol officers have been busy cracking dun on drunk drivers this new years. san francisco police set up a dui check point along eighth street near folsom. extra motorcycle officers were in the downtown area. part of the strategy was to spot drivers on cell phone and texting and pull them over to see if they were under the influence. it's an effort many drivers say they apprecia
it happened at the intersection of east washington and e death street. the 15-year-old victim has been in the crosswalk police say and the driver that hit him did not brake in time. the teen was taken to the hospital with serious injuries but is in stable condition. they suspect the driver was drunk. they did sobriety tests and the driver was ultimately arrested on suspicion of dui. the new dui law we mentioned earlier it was passed in 2010 but goes into effect today. drivers with three or more...
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alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom and says you may be heying a lot more than you -- paying a lot more than you have to. >> reporter: that's right. the head of the new financial connection bureau will be talking about this in about 15 minutes. big banks recently agreed to settle cases where fees were charged. the new consumer watchdog agency is also investigating misleading marketing about how overdraft protection works. we talked to a consumer advocate who says customers should look for small banks and credit unions who don't charge you when your account goes into the red. >> i think the big banks thing they can get away with it -- think they can get away with it. >> reporter: reporting live from washington, d.c., alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> meantime, this morning, treasury secretary gingter in will explain a -- geithner will explain a new situation about cutting the corporate tax rate from 38% to 25% in exchange for ending a lot of loopholes. this would often a deeper rate cut for 25% of -- manufa
alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom and says you may be heying a lot more than you -- paying a lot more than you have to. >> reporter: that's right. the head of the new financial connection bureau will be talking about this in about 15 minutes. big banks recently agreed to settle cases where fees were charged. the new consumer watchdog agency is also investigating misleading marketing about how overdraft protection works. we talked to a consumer advocate who says customers...
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right now lawmakers in washington, d.c. are considering an 18% cut to defense spending over the next 10 years. >>> a man accused of punching a san jose police officer in the face is punching several charges. police say it happened sunday amp when police responded to domestic violence calls. they say they found a man arguing with a woman trying to get inside the house. when police officers arrived that man allegedly punched the officer in the face. >>> well, the group home in the south bay is being sued over allegations of one of their staff members sexually abusing a child. emq's family first ignored a warning that a staff member was acting inappropriately towards a 12-year-old girl. the lawsuit says 33-year-old bailey sexually assaulted the girl a week after the warning. the girl's testimony is being used in a criminal case against bailey involving at least two other alleged victims. ktvu obtained the information. we did contact them and were told they would have no comment. >>> it is 7:49. american airlines canceling more
right now lawmakers in washington, d.c. are considering an 18% cut to defense spending over the next 10 years. >>> a man accused of punching a san jose police officer in the face is punching several charges. police say it happened sunday amp when police responded to domestic violence calls. they say they found a man arguing with a woman trying to get inside the house. when police officers arrived that man allegedly punched the officer in the face. >>> well, the group home in...
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the washington governor said she looks forward to signing it into law. now they become the seventh state to legalize same-sex marriage. it's legal in new york, connecticut, massachusetts, new hampshire, vermont and in washington, d.c. >>> it is 8:18. a former city employee accused of stealing government funds has surrendered to police. the 41-year-old worked as the city's information technology manager. he resigned last december. and that was about the same time police started to investigate the illegal use of a city purchasing card. they report he is suspected of stealing more than $30,000 from you fraudulent transactions. the city says it has an insurance policy covering employee theft. >>> rich monday's city, rather -- it was just a joke. during the discrimination trial yesterday, the chief testified about a photo posted five years ago on a commander. it had the caption, master of the universe. he told the jury that it was a joke and was a reference to a 1980s movie. but the seven top ranking african-american police officers who filed a civil lawsuit
the washington governor said she looks forward to signing it into law. now they become the seventh state to legalize same-sex marriage. it's legal in new york, connecticut, massachusetts, new hampshire, vermont and in washington, d.c. >>> it is 8:18. a former city employee accused of stealing government funds has surrendered to police. the 41-year-old worked as the city's information technology manager. he resigned last december. and that was about the same time police started to...
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darnell washington and tonya washington killed the woman in her house during a robbery in october. the couplee series of crimes ended in seattle when the washington's allegedly rammed a police car with the stolen suv. >>> a 23-year-old has been arrested for the shooting death of a teen in san jose but police say they don't believe she acted alone. the 17-year-old was found shot on pacific avenue in west san carlos on november 130th. >> the radio station behind the prank call to a london hospital is speaking out after a nurse tricked by the hoax committed suicide. two hosts called the hospital pretending to be the queen and the prince. they were asking about the dutchess of cambridge who was staying for severe morning sickness. the nurse was transferred -- did transfer the call to the dutchess's ward and she committed suicide and now the station is responding. >> the house have decided that the show will not return until further notice out of respect of what can only be called a tragedy. >> the palace said the prince and his wife are deeply saddened about the nurse's death saying th
darnell washington and tonya washington killed the woman in her house during a robbery in october. the couplee series of crimes ended in seattle when the washington's allegedly rammed a police car with the stolen suv. >>> a 23-year-old has been arrested for the shooting death of a teen in san jose but police say they don't believe she acted alone. the 17-year-old was found shot on pacific avenue in west san carlos on november 130th. >> the radio station behind the prank call to a...
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park priss in washington, d.c. are keeping a close eye of what's left of the occupy camp. >>> state department officials say increasing violence in syria is making it unsafe for americans to remain there. the shut down comes as syria continues to crackdown on anti- government protests. new video shows syrian troops shelling neighborhoods today. the syrian denies any shelling is taking place. despite the denialal one -- denial, one group says the shelling has killed 17 people. >>> free, free syrian! >> syrian americans protested outside the russian consulate in san francisco. they are angry that russia and china vetoed a u.n. resolution calling for syrian's president to step down. >> it calls -- it called for bashard to step down. it didn't call for russia or syria to shep down -- to step down. >>> 7:51. california attorney general kamala harris says she may now sign a multibillion-dollar settlement to address foreclosures. now, she's been told -- holding out for a better deal for those who have been affected by the
park priss in washington, d.c. are keeping a close eye of what's left of the occupy camp. >>> state department officials say increasing violence in syria is making it unsafe for americans to remain there. the shut down comes as syria continues to crackdown on anti- government protests. new video shows syrian troops shelling neighborhoods today. the syrian denies any shelling is taking place. despite the denialal one -- denial, one group says the shelling has killed 17 people....
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it will make landfall into tuesday morning and the track is right there between washington d.c. and new york. and it will continue inland. again, we are looking at a foot of rain in some spots. winds 60 to 80 miles an hour. and the storm surge is going to be large. a lot of snow for the higher elevations. it is expected to be a mess. >>> coming back here at home. we have little to complain about. we are off to a cool to mild start. wide 50s. little bit of patchy fog near novato and half moon bay. >> it is a good looking start and good afternoon. widespread upper 60s and 70s. for the afternoon. new repeat. widespread 70s and low 80s in the forecast. warmer spots will be the inland areas. slight cool down into monday. we are seeing a pattern change and offshore sea breeze expected. then into tuesday and wednesday. we are still expecting rain to arrive. it looks like it will come just in time for halloween. i will show you the rain in the forecast model coming up. >> halloween isn't here yet and they are already looking forward to christmas. >> the national park service planted the
it will make landfall into tuesday morning and the track is right there between washington d.c. and new york. and it will continue inland. again, we are looking at a foot of rain in some spots. winds 60 to 80 miles an hour. and the storm surge is going to be large. a lot of snow for the higher elevations. it is expected to be a mess. >>> coming back here at home. we have little to complain about. we are off to a cool to mild start. wide 50s. little bit of patchy fog near novato and...
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if he does, legal experts say he will likely be detained and tried at the largest base near tacoma washington. leon panetta has just wrapped up a two-day visit to afghanistan, dominating talks about the shooting that lift 16 dead. the ambassador -- the ambassador said he wants the americans out. we just talked to a military analyst who said it's best for the u.s. that he be out of afghanistan. >> the taliban is going to try to use this event to inflame events, passion, more than possible. >> reporter: reporting live from washington, d.c., alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> fresh off his wins in alabama and mississippi, republican presidential candidate, rick santorum, is now campaigning in puerto rico. puerto rico holds its primary on sunday. santorum's wins in the two southerns came from conservative voters. >> what the nation wants is someone who understands the economy, not a -- if will an economic light weight. i mean, senator rick santorum is a nice guy but he does not understand how the economy works. >> newt gingrich is campaigning in illinois. he continues to insist he's staying i
if he does, legal experts say he will likely be detained and tried at the largest base near tacoma washington. leon panetta has just wrapped up a two-day visit to afghanistan, dominating talks about the shooting that lift 16 dead. the ambassador -- the ambassador said he wants the americans out. we just talked to a military analyst who said it's best for the u.s. that he be out of afghanistan. >> the taliban is going to try to use this event to inflame events, passion, more than possible....
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rene marsh is in washington, d.c. with exactly what al qaeda wants. good morning, rene. >> reporter: good morning, tori. yes. al qaeda releasing that video last night and the group says unless certain demands are met, they will not release him. he's been in custody since last year. the video, less than three minutes long, the man making an emotional plea to the president saying his life in his hand -- his life is in his hands. >> i would like to talk too president obama that he -- beg him that he accept demand being hit -- being asked. if you except accept -- if you accept the demand, i live. if not, i die. the conditions? releasing all taliban and pakistani prisoners. weinstein was abducked from his home war where -- where he was working as a consultant. and 24 is the first piece of video that shows he's still alive. >>> a surprise attack this morring -- morning. officials say the militants attacked the base by sea and land before down. the attack came in -- in october of 2000, the suicide attack on "the cole" killed 17 american sailors. experts say
rene marsh is in washington, d.c. with exactly what al qaeda wants. good morning, rene. >> reporter: good morning, tori. yes. al qaeda releasing that video last night and the group says unless certain demands are met, they will not release him. he's been in custody since last year. the video, less than three minutes long, the man making an emotional plea to the president saying his life in his hand -- his life is in his hands. >> i would like to talk too president obama that he --...
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our washington, d.c. newsroom where the mayor has an encounter at the annual mayor's conference in washington. allison? >> reporter: tori, the nation's mayors have been meeting here in d.c. all week and a number of them have been confronted by the occupy protesters. but one of the most dramatic scenes involved the mayor. the protesters stopped her cab for a minute and a half. one of them was arrested after a scuffle with police. now, we talked to the mayor before this incident. she said she was in d.c. asking for more federal investment for low income communities, specifically helping teens get jobs. >> i have a lot of unemployed young people. i asked for her reaction to the encounter with the occupy protesters. i got an e-mail back saying the mayor is focused on her work here in d.c. she'll be back in oakland this weekend. reporting live from washington, allison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> 8:17, the san francisco sheriff is once again being told to stay away from his wife and child. now, the judge is
our washington, d.c. newsroom where the mayor has an encounter at the annual mayor's conference in washington. allison? >> reporter: tori, the nation's mayors have been meeting here in d.c. all week and a number of them have been confronted by the occupy protesters. but one of the most dramatic scenes involved the mayor. the protesters stopped her cab for a minute and a half. one of them was arrested after a scuffle with police. now, we talked to the mayor before this incident. she said...
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. >>> there may finally be good news for firefighters working two large wildfires in central washington state. authorities say a break in the weather means the danger for homes is reduced but home owners should be prepared to leave if the situation changes. fiemps had feared that lightning could spark more fires and high winds would fan the flames. but firefighters say the weather allowed them to make good progress on the fire lines. and there is also good news about a wildfire burning in nevada's pine nut mountains. carter springs fire has grown to 3,000 acres but firefighters say the fire is burn ago way from homes. fire broke out at friday afternoon. us-395 was closed for several hours but has re-opened. fire is 20% contained. >>> we were following developing news in nepal where an avalanche has killed nine climbers. six others are still missing but the search has been suspended because of bad weather. avalanche happened as climbers were climbing to the peak. ten other members survived but many were injured. a flash flood triggered by heave rains in india are blamed for deaths of nin
. >>> there may finally be good news for firefighters working two large wildfires in central washington state. authorities say a break in the weather means the danger for homes is reduced but home owners should be prepared to leave if the situation changes. fiemps had feared that lightning could spark more fires and high winds would fan the flames. but firefighters say the weather allowed them to make good progress on the fire lines. and there is also good news about a wildfire burning...
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the finalists will be invited to washington, d.c. in march to compete for $630,000 in awards. >>> time now is -- time is now 8:44. let's bring you up to date on some of the other top stories. that mess on highway 880 is open again fooling -- following a fatal crash. the chp says the minivan crossed three lanes of traffic and clipped a white truck. the minivan roled over -- then rolled over several time of the driver of the minivan was killed. >>> gabrielle giffords is now a formatter member of congress about an hour ago you saw it live right here on "mornings on 2." we showed you her stepping down from congress. she received a thunderous standing occasion from fellow lawmakers including nancy pelosi there. her final act was to vote for her own bill imposing tougher sanctions against drug smugglers and it passed unanimously. >>> ktvu news has learned that a third woman may come forward with abuse allegations against san francisco sheriff ross mirkarimi. ktvu's tara moriarty is live with new developments in this growing scandal. >> rep
the finalists will be invited to washington, d.c. in march to compete for $630,000 in awards. >>> time now is -- time is now 8:44. let's bring you up to date on some of the other top stories. that mess on highway 880 is open again fooling -- following a fatal crash. the chp says the minivan crossed three lanes of traffic and clipped a white truck. the minivan roled over -- then rolled over several time of the driver of the minivan was killed. >>> gabrielle giffords is now a...
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the latest poll northerlily shows 48-48 washington post poll. so neither side is giving up and we'll see in the end who's strategy really delivers on election night. will it be obama with that early vote and women latinos? will it be republicans with that enthusiasm they have for romney? it is a drama that has yet to be be unfolded. >> really quickly. we have to talk about super storm sandy. certainly there are things we don't expect. how will that play into it? >> absolutely. sandy i think stalled the momentum that romney had and then you had chris christie, michael bloomberg coming out and supporting obama. i think there is no question it had an impact in the final days. but the fact is, there is still two days left. now you have some of the victims of sandy coming forward still upset, say they have not been dealt with yet. things could still happen going into the final two days of this election. that is how traumatic this whole thing has been. >> it is a very dramatic election. thank you for your time. we appreciate it. >> thank you. >>> poli
the latest poll northerlily shows 48-48 washington post poll. so neither side is giving up and we'll see in the end who's strategy really delivers on election night. will it be obama with that early vote and women latinos? will it be republicans with that enthusiasm they have for romney? it is a drama that has yet to be be unfolded. >> really quickly. we have to talk about super storm sandy. certainly there are things we don't expect. how will that play into it? >> absolutely. sandy...
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allison burns is our first in the washington d.c. newsroom and the poll is showing how it is looking, allison? >> reporter: well it does not look like the change of heart has influenced many americans. they find 4 in 10 americans believe same sex couples should be able to get married and still as you mentioned newsweek magazine is calling president barack obama the first gay president and adorning him with a rainbow halo after he backed same sex marriage. mitt romney is continuing to speak out against it and here is what he said at liberty university over the weekend. >> culture, what you believe matters, marriage is a relationship between one man and one woman... >> reporter: the issue does seem to be helping president barack obama raise money and they are hosting a big fundraiser headlined by rickey martin. reporting live, allison burns ktvu channel 2 morning news. >>> time now 7:18, the announcement sparked a spiritual debate at many african-american churches in the bay area. now sunday's church service at the third baptist church
allison burns is our first in the washington d.c. newsroom and the poll is showing how it is looking, allison? >> reporter: well it does not look like the change of heart has influenced many americans. they find 4 in 10 americans believe same sex couples should be able to get married and still as you mentioned newsweek magazine is calling president barack obama the first gay president and adorning him with a rainbow halo after he backed same sex marriage. mitt romney is continuing to...
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reporting live from washington dc. allison burns. >> all right. today the president invites romney for lunch at white house. during his victory speech election night he said he would reach out to romney. white house said it's no specific agenda for the meeting but the president will talk about romney's ideas for making the government more efficient. >>> first lady has revealed the white house christmas decorations. she said this year's theme is joy for all. >> the joy of giving and service to others, the joy of sharing our blessings with one another and of course the joy of welcoming our friends and families as guests in to our homes over these next several weeks. >> now the guests invited to the white house were military families and their children. that's beautiful. this year the white house has 54 christmas trees. volunteers take care of the decorations, the largest tree features decorations made by children whose parents are stationed overseas. >> night of the two record powerball winners have come forward yet but when they do they will share
reporting live from washington dc. allison burns. >> all right. today the president invites romney for lunch at white house. during his victory speech election night he said he would reach out to romney. white house said it's no specific agenda for the meeting but the president will talk about romney's ideas for making the government more efficient. >>> first lady has revealed the white house christmas decorations. she said this year's theme is joy for all. >> the joy of...
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conservative political action conference or cpac will wrap up today in washington with a g.o.p. presidential straw poll. and three of the major candidates spent yesterday trying to get some support. >> we need someone who is willing to go outs on big issues of the day and draw contrasts. we're not going to win this election, ladies and gentlemen, because the republican candidate has the most money to beat up their opponent and win the election. >> fresh off his triple win in colorado, missouri and minnesota, rick santorum used his speech yesterday to go after former front-runner mitt romney, but romney made his own subtle criticism. >> i don't have all scores to settle. or decades of deals that i have to defend. and let me tell you, any politician that tries to convince you that they hated washington so much that they couldn't leave, well, that's the same politics who will try to sell you a bridge to nor where. >> newt gingrich said, we need to teach the republican establishment a lesson. texas congressman ron paul did not attend the conference. >>> outside cpac a large scuffle
conservative political action conference or cpac will wrap up today in washington with a g.o.p. presidential straw poll. and three of the major candidates spent yesterday trying to get some support. >> we need someone who is willing to go outs on big issues of the day and draw contrasts. we're not going to win this election, ladies and gentlemen, because the republican candidate has the most money to beat up their opponent and win the election. >> fresh off his triple win in...
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but alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom with a look at why some others say the vice president may have gone too far. allison? >> reporter: claudine, president obama says joe biden was terrific. but some are saying some republicans are accusing the vice president of being downright disrespectful. according to republicans, biden interrupted ryan 82 times. here's one example when ryan tried to make the case that the president's healthcare plan caused senior to lose benefits. >> more -- more people signed up for medicare advantage after the change. >> what are they saying are -- lab they are saying -- >> no nobody -- >> mr. vice president, i know you are under a lot of duress to to -- [laughter] >> i think people would be better served if we didn't interrupt each other. >> well, don't take the full four minutes then. >> reporter: next presidential debate is tuesday in new york. reporting live from washington, d.c., allison you burns, ktvu channel 2 news -- alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> ryan is staying on targe
but alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom with a look at why some others say the vice president may have gone too far. allison? >> reporter: claudine, president obama says joe biden was terrific. but some are saying some republicans are accusing the vice president of being downright disrespectful. according to republicans, biden interrupted ryan 82 times. here's one example when ryan tried to make the case that the president's healthcare plan caused senior to lose benefits....
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is he leaving hawaii for washington tonight. if lawmakers don't come up with a deal before the deadline your tax refund could be delayed by months. we are live in the washington bureau to explain more. >> reporter: brian the irs said without a deal as many as 100 million taxpayers may be forced to wait until march to file their tax returns. congress has to vote on the wealth tax and it needs to be adjusted for inflation. both partisay they would agree to it but it's all tied up in the fiscal cliff mess. tax filing season starts next week but the irs would put a hold on that for some. officials would wait for a deal in the new year instead of doing serious reprogramming to their tax system. filing would then be pushed back to march for millions. with refunds coming much later than usual. especially for those who plan on paying off credit card bills that often pile up after the holidays. now all of this could be avoided a deal before the deadline monday night but some long time lawmakers fear it won't happen, more on that when i s
is he leaving hawaii for washington tonight. if lawmakers don't come up with a deal before the deadline your tax refund could be delayed by months. we are live in the washington bureau to explain more. >> reporter: brian the irs said without a deal as many as 100 million taxpayers may be forced to wait until march to file their tax returns. congress has to vote on the wealth tax and it needs to be adjusted for inflation. both partisay they would agree to it but it's all tied up in the...
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there is a flight to washington, d.c. weather cancellations are being felt for many east coast destinations. >> sfo to six key cities, boston, philadelphia, new york, newark, washington, d.c. and baltimore. any one trying to get to those cities may have to bait several days. most of the -- may have to wait several days. other flights are feeling the effect, american, jetblue, virgin, u.s. airways and delta. the airlines are trying to book people on other flights. this storm is causing major problems causing a significant effect on the west coast. it's difficult to say how long the cancellations are gonna extend to, obviously all of the frights are -- flights are canceled for today. i think it's reasonable to expect some cancellations tomorrow. the best advice for passengers and stay in touch with their airline. >> reporter: tsa representative told me this morning, the volume, in terms of passengers here seems very light compared to what it normally is. maybe people are getting the word before showing up. that's the best a
there is a flight to washington, d.c. weather cancellations are being felt for many east coast destinations. >> sfo to six key cities, boston, philadelphia, new york, newark, washington, d.c. and baltimore. any one trying to get to those cities may have to bait several days. most of the -- may have to wait several days. other flights are feeling the effect, american, jetblue, virgin, u.s. airways and delta. the airlines are trying to book people on other flights. this storm is causing...
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well, facebook's troubled initial public offering is under new scrutiny in washington. alison burns reports, congress and federal regular raters are investigating. alison? >> reporter: there is more fallout had morning here on capitol hill. two congressional committees now say they are examining facebook's ipo, congressional staffers seem to be in the initial gathering page. morgan stanley gave information to favored clients about facebook's financial information. richard bloomenthal said this morning that congress needs to -- needs to make sure the ipo process is more transparent and works force everyone, not just insiders. >> there may be a need to change the law so that the playing field really is fair and balanced and everybody gets the same information at the same time. >> reporter: several lawsuits were filed yesterday against facebook and the banks involved. the companies insist they did noththing illegal. reporting live from washington, d.c., aim -- alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> 7:17. there's more possible fallout. there is a report that facebook is in
well, facebook's troubled initial public offering is under new scrutiny in washington. alison burns reports, congress and federal regular raters are investigating. alison? >> reporter: there is more fallout had morning here on capitol hill. two congressional committees now say they are examining facebook's ipo, congressional staffers seem to be in the initial gathering page. morgan stanley gave information to favored clients about facebook's financial information. richard bloomenthal said...
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a judge ordered darnell washington to be held and tonya washington's bail was set at $1.7 million. they are suspected in a string of carjackings from southern california to washington. police say they plan to bring their case to the da late next week. >> two berkeley law students facing charges for allegedly be heading an exotic bird. the two were arrested in las vegas. police say they were caught on surveillance camera chasing a bird in to the trees. witnesses say they then saw the men walk out carrying the body and cut off head of the bird. the bird is exotic and part of an exhibit. they are faces charges of conspiracy and torturing wildlife. >> we have new information about what may have caused a deadly plane crash in lake tahoe. a bad fuel mixture is being blamed. the findings are pleiomery. the pilot reported concerns right before leaving the airport in late august. moments later the plane crashed killing everybody on board. >> so many people have moved to the south bay that it now needs a new area code. starting next month those phone numbers will get a 669 code. if you have
a judge ordered darnell washington to be held and tonya washington's bail was set at $1.7 million. they are suspected in a string of carjackings from southern california to washington. police say they plan to bring their case to the da late next week. >> two berkeley law students facing charges for allegedly be heading an exotic bird. the two were arrested in las vegas. police say they were caught on surveillance camera chasing a bird in to the trees. witnesses say they then saw the men...
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political reporter jamie dupree joins us via skype from washington, d.c. you said there's two words we are not likely to hear and we haven't heard in any of this fiscal cliff debate. >> reporter: yeah, balanced budget. in all of the talks we've heard about the fiscal cliff, we've heard about balance and new tax revenue. but we don't hear balanced a budget. i think -- balanced budget. i think this speaks to how bad the situation is in the federal government when both parties don'tage knowledge that. as for -- don't acknowledge that. as for what's going on, just downstairs from me, speaker boehner started throwing cold water on any report that the talks were moving ahead. yes, there have been an exchange of offers. he said the last couple of days, but he said his phone call last night was a frank discussion about just how far apart they are. with 19 days left until the deadline or nine days until the end of the world, if you are look at the mine cardinal, nobody knows which way -- calendar, nobody knows which way we are headed. >> isn't this part of the we'r
political reporter jamie dupree joins us via skype from washington, d.c. you said there's two words we are not likely to hear and we haven't heard in any of this fiscal cliff debate. >> reporter: yeah, balanced budget. in all of the talks we've heard about the fiscal cliff, we've heard about balance and new tax revenue. but we don't hear balanced a budget. i think -- balanced budget. i think this speaks to how bad the situation is in the federal government when both parties don'tage...
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that's because the golden bears are hosting washington. the school has set up free shuttle buses and the city is encouraging everyone to use public transit on friday to cut down on the number of cars in the area. >>> 7:51. hurricane sandy, still affecting millions of people who are without power because trees fell down and knocked down power lines. well we'll you what it looks -- we'll show you what it looks like when one of those trees go down. this is hayden. that's elizabeth. and that's skyler... and his mom, nancy. they're just a few of the californians who took it on themselves to send you a message about what they need to restore years of cuts to their schools. prop thirty-eight. thirty-eight raises billions in new revenue - bypasses sacramento and sends every k through 12 dollar straight to our local schools... every school. for them. for all of us. vote yes on thirty-eight. >>> uh-ho! look at that. this happened in a backyard on the northshore of long island, new york. luckily, no one was hurt. >> that's amazing video. >>> it is 7:
that's because the golden bears are hosting washington. the school has set up free shuttle buses and the city is encouraging everyone to use public transit on friday to cut down on the number of cars in the area. >>> 7:51. hurricane sandy, still affecting millions of people who are without power because trees fell down and knocked down power lines. well we'll you what it looks -- we'll show you what it looks like when one of those trees go down. this is hayden. that's elizabeth. and...
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reporting live from washington dc. ktvu channel 2news. >> hillary clinton says that she will not run for president in 2016. in an interview she said that after 20 years of politics she is looking forward to having her own time back in being her own person. she previously said that even if the president is reelected she won't continue as secretary of state. >> we have new information this morning about the deadly attack on the consulate in libya. the cia station chief in libya sent a cable to washington with in 24 hours of last month's attack. it was carried out by militants, not by a mob upset about a movie. it's unclear if anyone outside the cia saw that cable. early reports about at tack connected it to protests across the world because of the movie. >>> nearly three years after the shooting that killed 13 people in fort hood many of those affected want the government to declare it a terrorist attack. they want that so that wounded soldiers and relatives of the people killed can get the same benefits as those in a co
reporting live from washington dc. ktvu channel 2news. >> hillary clinton says that she will not run for president in 2016. in an interview she said that after 20 years of politics she is looking forward to having her own time back in being her own person. she previously said that even if the president is reelected she won't continue as secretary of state. >> we have new information this morning about the deadly attack on the consulate in libya. the cia station chief in libya sent a...
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washington is expected to enter a plea. he's accused of killing her at a carjacking at her home last month. prosecutors say this capped off a crime spree that began with washington's wife breaking him out of jail in san bernardino county. while on the run, the couple is accused of wounding a deputy. washington potentially faces a third strike. >>> the moraga school district apologizes to a former student sexually abused by two teachers. kristin kunoni was molested during the 1990s while she attended the school. she's now suing the school district for failing to protect her. defense attorneys filed papers claiming that she was partly responsible for the abuse. the school district will be dropping that aspect of the defense. >>> 7:25. we want to check in with sal, see what's happening on the roads. it's been very busy all over the place. 280 is a mess in san jose. it's blocking several lanes. northbound 280 at the lawrence expressway. it's been there for more than a half an hour. the traffic is terrible on 280. it's slow on 1
washington is expected to enter a plea. he's accused of killing her at a carjacking at her home last month. prosecutors say this capped off a crime spree that began with washington's wife breaking him out of jail in san bernardino county. while on the run, the couple is accused of wounding a deputy. washington potentially faces a third strike. >>> the moraga school district apologizes to a former student sexually abused by two teachers. kristin kunoni was molested during the 1990s...
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. >>> high anxiety in washington all plies on the u.s. supreme court and the healthcare issue, one of the most significant chases in decades. alison burns has more. alison? >> reporter: in just the last ten minute, the supreme court started handing down decisions. >> , throngs of reporters an lawyers have gathered at the court, just in case the landmark healthcare ruling came down. the court will rule sometime in the next week but today was not the day. that means barring some unforeseen event, the u.s. supreme court will rule on this case either next monday or thursday, the justices are considering whether it's constitutional for them. a very issue before the supreme court involves whether states like arizona can make their own immigration law. that ruling also expected sometime in the next week. and we'll be here to cover it about you. >>> well, two competing text hike measures will appeal on the ballot. >>> the other option would raise the state income tax on everyone but the lowest earners along a sliding scale. >>> it's looking like
. >>> high anxiety in washington all plies on the u.s. supreme court and the healthcare issue, one of the most significant chases in decades. alison burns has more. alison? >> reporter: in just the last ten minute, the supreme court started handing down decisions. >> , throngs of reporters an lawyers have gathered at the court, just in case the landmark healthcare ruling came down. the court will rule sometime in the next week but today was not the day. that means barring...
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alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom with the debate all of this is sparking. >> reporter: dave, the fear is the court's ruling gives the green light to racial profiling. even though the justices struck down most of the immigration law, they left in place a require -- a provision that check the status. the arizona sheriff says the checks are needed and he will keep doing. >> i'm not going to violate any constitutional rights. i have dedicated deputies who know what they are doing. >> reporter: demonstrations occurred outside of mitt romney's event. latino activists are hoping this issue will galvanize voters for president obama. alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> the supreme court will rule thursday on the constitutionality of president obama's healthcare reform law. back in march, the court held three days of hearing on the landmark controversial measure passed by democrats. the challenge focuses largely but most importants want to pay or -- the challenge focuses largely on paying a fine. >>> president obam
alison burns is in our washington, d.c. newsroom with the debate all of this is sparking. >> reporter: dave, the fear is the court's ruling gives the green light to racial profiling. even though the justices struck down most of the immigration law, they left in place a require -- a provision that check the status. the arizona sheriff says the checks are needed and he will keep doing. >> i'm not going to violate any constitutional rights. i have dedicated deputies who know what they...
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we report from the washington dc newsroom. economists blame the fiscal cliff standoff for the situation. >> reporter: this morning's lower numbers piggy backed yesterday's slight drops on wall street and economists blame congressional leaders. this after the president and the speaker met last night. the speaker said he is available to negotiate over the phone. both parties say there is time to reach a deal before the deadline but it's not enough to keep businesses and investors worrying about what could come next. democrats say they are reaching out but the speaker is not willing to listen. >> he can't ignore the american people forever. at some point reality should set in. >> reporter: if the president and the speaker don't agree automatic tax hikes and spending cuts will kick in with the new year. >> at 8:14, a federal appeals court has ruled that california has the right to cut reimbursements to doctors, pharmacies and other medical providers. it made the cuts last year to help balance the budget. the ruling could make it h
we report from the washington dc newsroom. economists blame the fiscal cliff standoff for the situation. >> reporter: this morning's lower numbers piggy backed yesterday's slight drops on wall street and economists blame congressional leaders. this after the president and the speaker met last night. the speaker said he is available to negotiate over the phone. both parties say there is time to reach a deal before the deadline but it's not enough to keep businesses and investors worrying...
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alison burns is live from washington, d.c. with how the president is responding to new threats from the united states. >> reporter: tori, mahmoud ahmadinejad seems to be dismissing all of these warnings about iran's nuclear program. this will be his fine at speech to the united nations as he winds down his terms. the iranian president is calling for a new world order to replace what he calls the era of bullying to the u.s. iran has become a central focus in the u.s. presidential race this week with mitt romney demanding stronger response to iran's defyiance a -- defiance. >> treating the diplomats of iran like the pariah they are. >> reporter: president obama used his u.n. speech to warn iran time is running out to resolve disputes about its nuclear plant. >> let me be sheer -- america wants to resolve this issue through diplomacy. and we believe there's still time and space to do so. but that time is not unlimited. >> reporter: the u.s. has warned mahmoud ahmadinejad to tone down the inflammatory language he's u.s.s.ed in the
alison burns is live from washington, d.c. with how the president is responding to new threats from the united states. >> reporter: tori, mahmoud ahmadinejad seems to be dismissing all of these warnings about iran's nuclear program. this will be his fine at speech to the united nations as he winds down his terms. the iranian president is calling for a new world order to replace what he calls the era of bullying to the u.s. iran has become a central focus in the u.s. presidential race this...
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we're live in the washington d.c. room to tell us more, scott. >> yeah, paul ryan a load on the campaign trail but not the only one in iowa. at the state fair this afternoon, president obama is also in iowa. an appearance today and a clear sign this is a clear swing state in november. congressman ryan already aggressively challenging president obama on the economy and democrats challenging mr. ryan's controversial plan that overhalls plans. >> he recognizes that there are honest differences between honest people. he looks to find ways to bring people together. he's come up with ideas that are very different to the president. >> i welcome him to the race. congressman ryan is a descent man, he is a family man. he's an articulate spokesman for governor romney, but it's a vision that i fundamentally disagree with. >> just a few moments ago he was telling an iowa crowd they must challenge ryan about a stalled farmville. life in washington, scott mcfarland. >> 8:17. isreal says diplomatic nuclear talks with iran are dead an
we're live in the washington d.c. room to tell us more, scott. >> yeah, paul ryan a load on the campaign trail but not the only one in iowa. at the state fair this afternoon, president obama is also in iowa. an appearance today and a clear sign this is a clear swing state in november. congressman ryan already aggressively challenging president obama on the economy and democrats challenging mr. ryan's controversial plan that overhalls plans. >> he recognizes that there are honest...
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alison burns is live in our washington, d.c. bureau with the good economic news this week and why experts are still worried about some looming threats. alison? >> reporter: that's right. some key economic reports show impressive gains. americans are spending more detail sales for february were at a -- were at a four-year high. manufacturing is growing and investors are reasoning the rewards of a strong month on wall street. we saw the dow close above 13,000 for the first time since 2008. economists say rising gas prices are becoming a -- are becoming a major hardship. >> many people are making choices between food and gas. >> reporter: the report has been pushed out until next friday. but economists believe about 200,000 jobs were created last month, not quite enough to move the unemployment rate. >>> alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> conflicting reports this morning that arnold schwarzenegger and maria may be getting back together. "the new york post" says they are going through marriage counseling now. but other r reports
alison burns is live in our washington, d.c. bureau with the good economic news this week and why experts are still worried about some looming threats. alison? >> reporter: that's right. some key economic reports show impressive gains. americans are spending more detail sales for february were at a -- were at a four-year high. manufacturing is growing and investors are reasoning the rewards of a strong month on wall street. we saw the dow close above 13,000 for the first time since 2008....
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as alison burns reports from our washington, d.c. newsroom, we just found out about a special guest who will be sitting with the first lady tonight. alison? >> reporter: dave, warren buffett's secretary will be sitting in the first lady's box tonight. she's become a symbol in the president's fight for tax fairness because she pays a higher tax rate than her billionaire boss. this is a photo of the president with his staff. the president's main goal, done rinse tan dash convincing -- convincing the american people. >> it's been too long that we've been mired. we want to see poth focus on growth in the private sector. >> reporter: and even though congress is as div vifded as ever, dozens of lawmakers have agreed to sit together for another state of the union date night. congresswoman and minority leader nancy pelosi will be sitting with her friend, a republican congresswoman from maryland. the two sat together last year as well. alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> well, the foe -- well, the cofounder of a startup website is inviteds
as alison burns reports from our washington, d.c. newsroom, we just found out about a special guest who will be sitting with the first lady tonight. alison? >> reporter: dave, warren buffett's secretary will be sitting in the first lady's box tonight. she's become a symbol in the president's fight for tax fairness because she pays a higher tax rate than her billionaire boss. this is a photo of the president with his staff. the president's main goal, done rinse tan dash convincing --...
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find a link of the washington insider blog at ktvu.com on our politics page. >>> time is 8:18. this morning richmond's police chief will continue testifying in a discrimination lawsuit filed against him. seven top ranked african- american officers filed the suit. his former second in command and the city of richmond. they are accusing him of racial discrimination. in yesterday's testimony, he said he tried to ease the racial tensions when he took over in 2006. >>> three city employee unions filed and ethics complaint about san jose's mayor chuck reed and other city officials. they say the mayor and others knowingly misled the public habit the projections for city contributions to retirement plans. the unions say the city estimate of $650 million is not accurate. >>> during his state of the city speech, san jose mayor chuck reed says that 2012 will be a year of hope, optimism and recovery for san jose. >> the steps we have already taken combined with the steps we'll take before the end of june allow us to reduce the cost of retirement benefits, halt the decline in job and begin
find a link of the washington insider blog at ktvu.com on our politics page. >>> time is 8:18. this morning richmond's police chief will continue testifying in a discrimination lawsuit filed against him. seven top ranked african- american officers filed the suit. his former second in command and the city of richmond. they are accusing him of racial discrimination. in yesterday's testimony, he said he tried to ease the racial tensions when he took over in 2006. >>> three city...
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our reporter renee marsh is in washington, d.c. to tell us what you soon will be charged for. >> reporter: good morning, dave. i don't know if you are a window seat man or an aisle man. but if you are either one of those expect to take a little bit more if you are taking the airlines that we'll talk about shortly. airlines want to charge more for some seats. delta says some seats were more reliable than others. and they are trying this overseas as well. >> all right. renee marsh. thank you. >>> five family member have died after a small plane crash and now police are searching for the body of a 6th. the plane crashed yesterday. >> a swapy area, and on board -- yesterday. a swampy area and on board was a wife, a husband and their concern. the crash is being an investigated. >>> two bay area men are accused of regularring the auctions of fore closed houses. the two id -- identified as the suspects they are accused eventually agreeing to hold bid and cheating lenders and homeowners out of nare math -- fair market prices. >>> eight min
our reporter renee marsh is in washington, d.c. to tell us what you soon will be charged for. >> reporter: good morning, dave. i don't know if you are a window seat man or an aisle man. but if you are either one of those expect to take a little bit more if you are taking the airlines that we'll talk about shortly. airlines want to charge more for some seats. delta says some seats were more reliable than others. and they are trying this overseas as well. >> all right. renee marsh....
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live in washington, ktvu channel 2 news. >> 7:16. president obama will be coming back to the bay area on july 23rd to attend a fund-raising event. on his last trip, the president raised $2 million in about 4 hours. >> the next hearing of the ethics commission could be overshadowed by a perjury accusation against mayor ed lee. at the hearing last friday he testified he had never spoken to nissan fran supervisor. but building inspection member told reporters that supervisor had discussed the situation with mayor lee. the question now is whether he will pursue the accusation at the next hearing on july 18th. >>> chief legal advisor is facing marijuana and weapons charges. doug losak was stopped early for allegedly speeding on highway 101. the daily journal reports deputies smelled marijuana and found several grahams of marijuana in his car. also a gun and a locked firearm box. he has so far not commented about the arrest. arraignment is scheduled for august 28th. >>> get so fed up with your cell phone service that you feel like going on
live in washington, ktvu channel 2 news. >> 7:16. president obama will be coming back to the bay area on july 23rd to attend a fund-raising event. on his last trip, the president raised $2 million in about 4 hours. >> the next hearing of the ethics commission could be overshadowed by a perjury accusation against mayor ed lee. at the hearing last friday he testified he had never spoken to nissan fran supervisor. but building inspection member told reporters that supervisor had...
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reporting live from washington, d.c., alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> 7:17. well look at this -- this afternoon a new york construction crew is scheduled to replace a steel column that will make the new world trade center building the tallest building in new york city. now, that chunk of steel will be the start of the 100th floor of number one world trade center. next year, that new building is scheduled to be as tall as the first world trade center and then it will be the tallest building in the united states. >>> the murder trial is set to begin for the suspect in a nightclub shooting near san francisco's fishermen's wharf two years ago. 22-year-old key andre davis is accused of killings outside of a nightclub in 2010. police found more than 40 bullet casings outside of the nightclub. >>> 7:18. the building in benicia needs to be repaired. look. this big tree fell on it. it's a eucalyptus tree, crashed down at grant and polk street. it fell on a steel warehouse rupturing water and gas lines. firefighters and pg&e crews oled -- controlled the leak within min
reporting live from washington, d.c., alison burns, ktvu channel 2 news. >>> 7:17. well look at this -- this afternoon a new york construction crew is scheduled to replace a steel column that will make the new world trade center building the tallest building in new york city. now, that chunk of steel will be the start of the 100th floor of number one world trade center. next year, that new building is scheduled to be as tall as the first world trade center and then it will be the...
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reporting live, from washington, d.c. alison burns ktvu channel 2 news. >> now this emphasis on the battleground states in the presidential race is relatively new. president obama and mitt romney campaigned in only 10 states since the political conventions. compared to back in the 1960s presidential election john f. kennedy he campaigned in 49 states. and richard nixon visited all 50 states. some political experts say the current practice of focusing on so few states that distorts the entire electoral process. >>> it's 7:17. a ktvu field poll suggest fewer ballots will be cast today in california compared to the 2008 presidential election. despite a record number of people registering to vote. poll estimates about 12.75 million people will actually cast ballots in the state this year. that's compared to 13.74 million in 2008. one theory suggest people were more motivated four years ago because of the historic nature of the obama candidacy. >>> on the flip side voters using mail-in ballots are expected to reach a new high.
reporting live, from washington, d.c. alison burns ktvu channel 2 news. >> now this emphasis on the battleground states in the presidential race is relatively new. president obama and mitt romney campaigned in only 10 states since the political conventions. compared to back in the 1960s presidential election john f. kennedy he campaigned in 49 states. and richard nixon visited all 50 states. some political experts say the current practice of focusing on so few states that distorts the...
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, washington avenue that is causing delays. a lot going on out there in the east bay right now. let's check in with steve. >> traffic on the golden gate running smoothly there. so that's good. mostly clear skies. now, we do have a teeny bit of fog, but nothing like the rest of this week has been on the coast, the san mateo santa cruz coastline, it was really cool this morning. a couple of upper 30s, 40s, now starting to warm up. but a very cool mid-may morning. today will be a nice day. it looks good. but by this evening, if you're heading out, it does cool down pretty fast, so is a light jacket, just keep that in mind. temperatures warming up a little bit. not a whole bunch, but i think they're warmer than 46, 47, 49. these are about 35 minutes old, some of these temperatures, but a lot of low 50s, upper 40s. it will not be like yesterday when was very windy, but temperatures will warm up today with some sunshine. high pressure will move in a couple of days. the only thing i'm worried about, is the fog forms like that. so i th
, washington avenue that is causing delays. a lot going on out there in the east bay right now. let's check in with steve. >> traffic on the golden gate running smoothly there. so that's good. mostly clear skies. now, we do have a teeny bit of fog, but nothing like the rest of this week has been on the coast, the san mateo santa cruz coastline, it was really cool this morning. a couple of upper 30s, 40s, now starting to warm up. but a very cool mid-may morning. today will be a nice day....